What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Quality Control Laboratory Manager position at Gage Products Company?
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled QC Lab Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our quality control laboratory. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemistry and chemical engineering, as well as experience in supervising a manufacturing QC laboratory.
About Gage Products Company:
Gage Products Company is a leading manufacturer of precision instruments and equipment. Our company is committed to providing high-quality products and services to our customers, and we are looking for a dedicated professional to help us achieve this goal.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the management of the QC laboratory, including testing, record keeping, and staff supervision
- Maintain safety and environmental policies and procedures for lab operations and personnel
- Provide leadership and training to laboratory technicians
- Utilize problem-solving skills to assist internal and external customers
- Ensure that the lab equipment is calibrated and kept in good working order
- Recommend new equipment and methodologies
- Review and maintain test methods and work instructions
- Work with manufacturing to improve the production process
- Coordinate activities with outside testing laboratories
- Maintain general housekeeping of the laboratory
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering or related science
- 5 years QC laboratory experience, with at least 3 years supervising a manufacturing QC laboratory
- Strong knowledge of chemistry and chemical engineering concepts
- Experience with gas chromatography and mass spectroscopy
- ISO 9001 and 17025 experience
- Experience with instrumentation maintenance and calibration methods
- Understanding of analyst training programs and their implementation
- Ability to take new test methods from initial development to implementation
- Experience with process continuous improvement
- Proficiency in MS Office and ERP programs
- Ability to lead and collaborate within a fast-paced and team-based environment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
